The Marquis De Sade and The 120 Days of Sodom with Will McMorran
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The Provocative Legacy of the Marquis de Sade
This chapter explores the life and philosophy of the Marquis de Sade, emphasizing his complex identity and shifting political allegiances during the French Revolution. It examines his materialist beliefs and the troubling themes of violence and excess in his works, particularly 'The 120 Days of Sodom,' alongside feminist critiques of his portrayal of women. The discussion reflects on Sade's controversial legacy and its implications for societal norms and literature's evolving definition.
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